East Kilbride to Syston train with ScotRail

Sun 24 May
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The cheapest and fastest trains from East Kilbride to Syston

Showing times and prices for 24 May

Cheapest price

£161

Average price

£217

Fastest journey

11 h 17 m

Average duration

11 h 50 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

398 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Kilbride to Syston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from East Kilbride to Syston will cost around £217 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.

Fast trains

To travel from East Kilbride to Syston you need to make at least 4 changes.

  • ScotRail
    22:2612h47
    East Kilbride
    11:13Syston
    £1611One-way
    4 changes
  • ScotRail
    22:2611h48
    East Kilbride
    10:14Syston
    £1641One-way
    5 changes
  • ScotRail
    17:5511h59
    East Kilbride
    5:54Syston
    £2431One-way
    4 changes
  • ScotRail
    19:2611h47
    East Kilbride
    7:13Syston
    £2431One-way
    5 changes
  • ScotRail
    23:5612h17
    East Kilbride
    12:13Syston
    £2431One-way
    4 changes

Live departures

East Kilbride to Syston train times

The table below shows live departures for East Kilbride to Syston trains for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail17:55 East Kilbride
11h59
5:54 Syston4 changes
ScotRail19:26 East Kilbride
11h47
7:13 Syston5 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from East Kilbride to Syston

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Trains from East Kilbride to Syston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £152 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 7h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
398 km
Average train duration
9h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£152
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
7h 12m
First train
6:50
Last train
23:57
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: ScotRail from East Kilbride to Syston trainsScotRail trains will get you between East Kilbride and Syston from £152. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 12m
Cheapest Price
£152
ScotRail frequency
16 a day

FAQs: East Kilbride to Syston train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Kilbride to Syston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Syston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from East Kilbride to Syston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £152, while the average price tends to be around £224.
The train journey from East Kilbride to Syston covers a distance of 398 km and takes approximately 7h 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from East Kilbride to Syston is 398 km.
The first train from East Kilbride to Syston leaves at 6:50.
The last train from East Kilbride to Syston departs at 23:57.
Trains from East Kilbride to Syston run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from East Kilbride to Syston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from East Kilbride to Syston.
To get from East Kilbride to Syston, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from East Kilbride to Syston.
The train station in East Kilbride that goes to Syston is East Kilbride station (EKL), and it arrives at Syston station (SYS).
The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Syston is by train, costing approximately £152.
Booking trains from East Kilbride to Syston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from East Kilbride to Syston offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring the rolling landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and transitioning through the picturesque English countryside, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from East Kilbride to Syston is not feasible as the journey duration is 7h 12m. However, there are 12 trains per day for this route.
For a visit to Syston, a day or two is typically sufficient to explore the main attractions and enjoy the local atmosphere.
Yes, you can take the train from East Kilbride to Syston.

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Important Stations and Airports in East Kilbride and Syston

East Kilbride
Syston
The major train station for departures in East Kilbride is East Kilbride. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Kilbride for your trip from East Kilbride to Syston.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:25 Saturday 07:00 - 23:25 Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 14
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 reponse, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for East Kilbride
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Torrance Road

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